I do think its strange to be asking for this "tip" during the podcasts. Comes across as begging sometimes (in other sports podcasts I listen to). If being a patreon member would eliminate the commercials, give out some swagg or raffle tickets, that might convince me to pitch in a couple...
Joseph Von Benedikt - Backcountry Hunting.... Seems like a good way to support podcasters who probably don't make much money thru sponsors depending on the podcast
I just got my first rifle 2 years ago (first year shooting and hunting) and got a Tikka T3x .270. I'm very happy with it, its fairly easy to shoot and has been very accurate. I don't have much to compare it to but it has been everything I've needed it to be as a beginner.